Ultratop [Info]

Version: March 31, 2016

® oopp Ultrat High-Performance, Quick-Setting, Self-Leveling Concrete Topping

DESCRIPTION INDUSTRY STANDARDS AND APPROVALS Ultratop is a self-leveling, self-drying topping based on High-Hydrated Cement LEED v3 Points Contribution LEED Points ™ Technology (HCT ) that is specially formulated for fast-track resurfacing of MR Credit 5, Regional Materials*...... Up to 2 points interior horizontal wear surfaces. * Using this product may help contribute to LEED certification of projects in the FEATURES AND BENEFITS category shown above. Points are awarded based on contributions of all project materials. • Formulated with HCT technology for fast-track resurfacing of horizontal wear surfaces WHERE TO USE • Very fluid self-leveler; easily installed from 1/4" to 2" (6 mm to 5 cm) in • Suitable for retail stores, mall corridors and entrances, showroom floors, a single lift. Quickly hardens within 2 to 3 hours and is ready to accept restaurant floors, hotel lobbies and loft apartments stains, sealers or coatings within 24 hours. • For applications where a unique, creative floor is desired • Provides the ultimate palette for designing unique, artistic floors • For industrial warehouse floors and loading docks subject to continual • Offers an unlimited range of interesting effects when mixed with integral vehicular and foot traffic colorants and unique materials such as glass, aggregates and metals • Ultratop White maximizes the brilliance of architectural stains and integral LIMITATIONS coloring agents. • Do not install over substrates containing asbestos. • Ultratop Natural Gray ideally represents the color of a natural gray concrete • Do not install over particleboard, chipboard, hardboard (Masonite), floor. Lauan panels, metal, gypsum-based patching materials or any other • Features a compressive strength greater than 2,500 psi (17,2 MPa) after dimensionally unstable materials. 1 day and 6,100 psi (42,1 MPa) after 28 days • Ultratop accepts a wide variety of acid-based, acrylic-based and colloidal- • Ultratop is suitable for diamond polishing. For diamond polishing guidelines, based stains; penetrating and topical sealers; and epoxy and urethane reference MAPEI’s Technical Bulletin 010611-TB, “Polishing Ultratop.” coatings. Due to the wide variety of products available, always perform mockups to verify optimal results and timing for staining, sealing or coating, as well as to verify compatibility between Ultratop, colorants and other materials. ® • Before application of Ultratop, always properly prepare SUITABLE SUBSTRATES p surface and prime with MAPEI’s Planibond ® EBA sand oop • All substrates must be structurally sound, dry, stable broadcast method (see the respective Technical Data and cured for at least 28 days. Ultrat Sheet [TDS] for details). • Concrete substrates must be free from hydrostatic • Use Ultratop at a minimum thickness of 1/2" (12 mm) pressure, and moisture vapor transmission must not when dealing with rolling dynamic loads such as palette exceed 5 lbs. per 1,000 sq. ft. (2,27 kg per 92,9 m2) per trucks, forklifts and other rubber-wheeled vehicles. 24 hours. Use a calcium chloride test (reference ASTM • Ultratop is for use only in dry, interior areas. For exterior F1869) before application. use or for areas subject to prolonged exposure to Consult MAPEI’s Technical Services Department for installation moisture, use an exterior-rated MAPEI screed mortar. recommendations regarding substrates and conditions not listed. • Use only between the temperatures of 50°F and 95°F (10°C and 35°C). In cool conditions, follow cold- SURFACE PREPARATION weather application guidelines from the American • Thoroughly clean the surface of any substance Concrete Institute, and for temperatures above 85°F that could interfere with the bond of the installation (29°C), follow ACI hot-weather application guidelines material, including dirt, paint, tar, asphalt, wax, oil, to ensure a successful installation. grease, latex compounds, sealers, curing compounds, • Always provide for expansion and control joints form release agents, laitance, loose toppings, foreign where specified by an engineer. Do not bridge existing substances and adhesive residue. expansion or control joints. Failure to honor existing • Mechanically profile and prepare concrete surfaces joints may lead to the formation of hairline or larger by shotblasting, sandblasting, scarifying or other cracks in the topping, as well as disbonding of the engineer-approved methods. Reference International topping. Where control or expansion joints do not exist Concrete Repair Institute (ICRI) concrete surface profile in the substrate, provide for them in the system. (CSP) of #3 to #4 for minimum profile height. • Always use caulking or foam tape to round off any • Ensure that the substrate and ambient room sharp corners that protrude into the room receiving temperatures are between 50°F and 95°F (10°C the topping, as well as column bases, supports and and 35°C) before application. equipment pedestals, etc., including the use of foam • Fill deep areas, holes and cracks with appropriate tape around the perimeter of the pour. concrete restoration materials. • The color of Ultratop Natural Gray may be subject to • Install moisture barrier if the MVER subtle smoothing marks or color differences caused by Planiseal MB exceeds 5 lbs. per 1,000 sq. ft. (2,27 kg per 92,9 m2) product dripping from placing and smoothing equipment. per 24 hours. Apply a small test area to ensure This is a normal aspect of colored materials and can be compatibility with before general installation. addressed with proper placement techniques. Planiseal MB Once the barrier is cured, use a MAPEI-approved priming • For concrete substrates with a moisture vapor emission method (such as a Planibond EBA sand broadcast) before rate (MVER) exceeding 5 lbs. per 1,000 sq. ft. (2,27 kg the application of Ultratop (see TDSs of primers for details). per 92,9 m2) per 24 hours, using a calcium chloride • Always prime the clean, prepared surface with MAPEI’s test (reference ASTM F1869), install Planiseal ® MB sand broadcast before the application of moisture-reduction barrier, followed by the application Planibond EBA Ultratop. of Planibond EBA with sand broadcast within 24 hours. • When priming with MAPEI’s , prime the Note: The maximum allowable MVER is always determined Planibond EBA properly prepared surface at a thickness of 15 to 20 wet by the complete system installed, including primers and mils. Follow immediately with a full sand broadcast (to sealers. rejection) with sand of #20 to #40 mesh in size – sorted • Ultratop is intended for foot traffic, rubber-wheeled sand with no fines. After Planibond EBA becomes tack- forklift traffic and similar uses. Indentations, gouging free, vacuum up the excess sand and wait 12 hours to and similar damage can be caused by steel-wheeled place the Ultratop. and small-wheeled (high point-loading) as well as hard-wheeled traffic, or dragging sharp or heavy metal MIXING objects over the floor. Ultratop is not suitable for such Choose all appropriate safety equipment before use. Refer excessive service conditions, heavy manufacturing, to the Safety Data Sheet for details. chemical or industrial applications; for these applications, use a topping designed for the specific General mixing: environment. Into a clean mixing container, pour the required amount of Note: To ensure installation success, test a small area cool, clean potable water. If available water is not cool, chill for compatibility, bond strength and performance. water to 70°F (21°C). Add Ultratop powder while slowly stirring. Mix water and Ultratop powder at a mixing ratio of 4.75 to 5 U.S. qts. 7. Immediately after placing the Ultratop, spread the material with a gauge (4,50 to 4,73 L) of water per 50-lb. (22,7-kg) bag of Ultratop. The mixing ratio rake. After achieving the desired depth, use a smoother to obtain an must remain consistent, especially when using Ultratop Natural Gray or when even surface. To avoid air entrapment, do not overwork the material. integral color materials are involved. Do not overwater material. Ultratop Natural Gray may be subject to subtle smoothing marks or Barrel mixing: color differences caused by product dripping from the placement and smoothing equipment. This is a normal aspect of colored materials Using the mixing ratio above, mix with a high-speed mixer (at about 1,200 and can be overcome with proper placement techniques. rpm) with an “egg-beater” mixing paddle. Mix to a homogenous, lump-free consistency for about 3 minutes. Do not overmix: Overmixing or moving the 8. Ultratop quickly hardens within 2 to 3 hours and is ready to accept mixer up and down during the mixing process could trap air, which could stains, water-based coatings or sealers within 24 hours. Sealers and shorten the pot life or cause pinholing during the application and curing. coatings protect surfaces from contaminants and soiling, optimizing the surface integrity and aesthetics. Pump mixing: Ultratop can be mechanically mixed, using the mixing ratio above, with a CURING AND PROTECTION continuous mixer and pump (with at least 100 ft. [30,5 m] of hose) or a batch • Ultratop is self-curing; do not use a damp-curing method or curing mixer and pump (with at least 50 ft. [15,2 m] of hose). The mixer and pump and-sealing compounds. must be in good working condition. Periodic cleaning of pumping equipment • During curing, protect Ultratop from temperatures above 95°F (35°C) is required per the manufacturer’s instructions. Be sure to pressure-test the and drafty conditions. Turn off all forced ventilation and radiant-heating rotor and stator for proper mixing. Use a mesh-screen “sock” at the end of the systems. Protect for up to 24 hours after final set. hose to catch any foreign material that could enter the hopper of the mixer. Apply the mixture to a small test area before general application to ensure • Avoid walking on the installed surface for at least 2 to 3 hours after a successful installation. installation, depending upon temperature and humidity conditions. Use of integral colors: • Protect from traffic, dirt and dust from other trades until the final floor sealer or coating has been installed and completely cured. Integral colors may be used at the discretion of the owner/installer. However, extreme caution must be exercised to ensure that the type and amount of color • Do not expose Ultratop to rolling dynamic loads, such as forklifts does not alter and/or decrease the performance of Ultratop. A test pour should or scissor lifts, for at least 48 hours after installation. be conducted to ensure that performance characteristics – such as set time, • Always apply a protective coating or sealer over Ultratop. Ultratop flow, water ratio, ease of finishing and curing – are not significantly altered. can generally be stained, coated or sealed 24 hours after application. Deep applications and cool temperatures may require a longer waiting PRODUCT APPLICATION period before application of subsequent treatments. Follow the Read all installation instructions thoroughly before installation. recommendations of the stain, coating or sealer manufacturer. Test all 1. Before installation, close all doors and windows and turn off HVAC surface treatments on a representative sample area, before application, to systems to prevent drafts. Protect areas from direct sunlight. ensure adequate installation techniques as well as the desired results. 2. Make sure that substrate and ambient room temperatures are between CLEANUP 50°F and 95°F (10°C and 35°C) before application. In cool conditions, • Wash hands and tools with water promptly before material hardens. follow ACI cold-weather application guidelines. For temperatures above 85°F (29°C), follow ACI hot-weather application guidelines to ensure a • Cured material must be mechanically removed. successful installation. 3. Application of Ultratop over large areas can be made easier and more efficient by using conventional piston, rotor-stator or underlayment- type pumps. Contact MAPEI’s Technical Services Department for recommendations. 4. For best results, work as a team to provide a continuous flow of wet material to maximize the working/finishing time and achieve a uniform finish throughout. 5. Set the width of the pour at a distance that is ideal for maintaining a wet edge throughout placement. Quickly pour or pump Ultratop onto the properly prepared and primed surface in a ribbon pattern. If a wet edge cannot be maintained, reduce the width of the pour. 6. Ultratop has an approximate flow time of 15 minutes at 73°F (23°C), is self-leveling and can be applied from 1/4" to 2" (6 mm to 5 cm) in a single application. Note that temperature and humidity will affect the working time, flowability and setting time. Apply enough material to adequately cover all high spots.

® Product Performance Properties oopp Laboratory Tests Results Flame spread: 0 Ultrat Flammability Fuel contribution: 0 Smoke development: 0 Compressive strength – ASTM C109 (CAN/CSA-A5) at 73°F (23°C) and 50% relative humidity 1 day > 2,500 psi (17,2 MPa) 7 days > 4,400 psi (30,3 MPa) 28 days > 6,100 psi (42,1 MPa) Flexural strength – ASTM C348 (CAN/CSA-A23.2-8C) 1 day > 650 psi (4,48 MPa) 7 days > 1,280 psi (8,83 MPa) 28 days > 1,400 psi (9,66 MPa)

Shelf Life and Product Characteristics (before mixing) 6 months in an unopened, original bag in a dry, covered Shelf life and well-ventilated place at 73°F (23°C) Physical state Powder Colors Natural gray; white Protect containers from freezing in transit and storage. Provide for heated storage on site and deliver all materials at least 24 hours before work begins.

Application Properties 4.75 to 5 U.S. qts. (4,50 to 4,73 L) of water per 50 lbs. Mixing ratio (22,7 kg) of Ultratop Density 128 lbs. per cu. ft. (2,06 kg per L) pH 11 Application temperature range 50°F to 95°F (10°C to 35°C) Pot life at 73°F (23°C) 20 to 30 minutes Flow time at 73°F (23°C) 15 minutes Final set at 73°F (23°C) 2 to 3 hours Typically 4 to 24 hours depending on the stain/coating/ Time required before installation of stains, coatings or sealers sealer, temperature and humidity

CSI Division Classifications

Concrete Topping 03 53 00 Cast-in-Place Concrete 03 30 00

Packaging

Size and Color Bag: Natural Gray, 50 lbs. (22,7 kg) Bag: White, 50 lbs. (22,7 kg)

Approximate Coverage* per 50 lbs. (22,7 kg) Yield 0.5 cu. ft. (0,014 m³) Coverage at 1/4" (6 mm) thickness 24 sq. ft. (2,23 m2) Coverage at 1/2" (12 mm) thickness 12 sq. ft. (1,11 m2) * Coverage shown is for estimating purposes only. Actual jobsite coverage may vary according to substrate conditions and setting practices. ® oopp Ultrat

Refer to the SDS for specific data related to health and safety as well as product handling.

STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITY Before using, user shall determine the suitability of the product for its intended use and user alone assumes all risks and liability whatsoever in connection therewith. ANY CLAIM SHALL BE DEEMED WAIVED UNLESS MADE IN WRITING TO US WITHIN FIFTEEN (15) DAYS FROM DATE IT WAS, OR REASONABLY SHOULD HAVE BEEN, DISCOVERED.

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